- 618
A set of four George III silver candlesticks, Matthew Boulton Plate Co., Birmingham, 1812
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- silver
- 23.5cm., 9 1/4 in. high
knopped baluster with acanthus embellished stems, the nozzles, girdles and bases with lobed acanthus borders, detachable nozzles, loaded, engraved with a crest below a baron's coronet
Condition
The rims of the bases and sconces clearly hallmarked. The engraved scratch weights '9:16', '9:11', '9:17' & '9:19'. One of the wooden bases replaced/filled with lead/metal. Another of the original wooden bases partially lost. Generally good condition for age otherwise.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The crest is that of Ogilvy